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魔力 (まりょく) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Common word Freq. Frequency Top 10,000 Meanings 1
noun
magical power ; supernatural power ; spell ; charm
Refers to the power to use magic, or the energy source for spells. Also used figuratively for a compelling, almost supernatural influence or attraction.
Kanji 魔 witch, demon, evil spirit Similar words 魔ま 法ほう 魔法 refers to magic as a practice or spell, while 魔力 is the power or energy behind it.
魅み 力りょく 魅力 is a general term for charm or appeal, whereas 魔力 implies a more mysterious, almost supernatural allure.
Etymology Compound of 魔 (ma, 'demon, magic') and 力 (ryoku, 'power'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word has been used in Japanese for centuries to denote supernatural or magical force.
きつける
魔ま
力りょく
が
ある
。
Her singing voice has a magical charm that draws people in.
